Seasonal Merchandise Associate

The Wildlife Conservation Society is hiring Seasonal Merchandise Associates at the Bronx Zoo. This temporary position requires customer service skills to assist guests with merchandise sales. Employees will work 2-5 days per week, including weekends and holidays, with varying schedules. The pay rate is $16.50/hour, and perks include free access to parks, complimentary parking, discounts, and training opportunities.
Job Family: Retail Sales
Job Title: Temporary Associate
Location: Bronx Zoo
Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal
Department: Merchandise
Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Rate: $16.50/hour
Schedule: Must be able to work 2-5 days per week including weekends and holidays. Schedule varies and is dependent on weather and guest attendance; schedule subject to change through the spring and summer.

Earn your stripes in sales and service! With a warm and welcoming smile, help our guests choose the perfect souvenirs to take home. If you are looking for a fast-paced, fun environment to show off your customer service skills, join us at WCS. Apply now! We’ll consider you for several openings:

Sales Associate
Essential duties may include:
• Making change and collecting money from guest for WCS merchandise
• Actively seek out and engage guest with a friendly greeting and smile
• Stock shelves and process deliveries to maintain appropriate inventory levels
• Maintain general knowledge of park amenities to provide excellent service to our guest
PERKS of Working with Us:
• Free employee access to 5 Parks: surround yourself with animals of all kinds and getting the opportunity to interact and engage with like-minded individuals
• Complimentary Parking
• Complimentary Guest Park Tickets (After 45 days)
• Company provided uniforms
• Park Discounts on Merchandise, Food purchases, Memberships and Daily Complimentary Meal
• Serve Safe Certification Training/ Food Handler Certification Reimbursements
• Access to online learning and tuition discounts with Monroe College
• Earned Paid Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Banking